Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Raleigh-Durham?
Yes. RDU's 10,000-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets including the Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 7500, and VIP-configured airliners like the Boeing BBJ and Airbus ACJ.
Does Raleigh-Durham have international customs?
Yes. Raleigh-Durham International is a full international port of entry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities, ideal for transatlantic and international private jet arrivals.
How far is RDU from Research Triangle Park?
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 7 miles from Research Triangle Park, typically a 15-minute drive. It's also 10 miles from Duke University in Durham and 18 miles from UNC Chapel Hill.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L/23R | 10,000 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 05R/23L | 7,500 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 14/32 | 3,570 ft | 100 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Johnston Regional Airport
KJNX — Longest runway: 5,500 ft
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport
RWI — Longest runway: 7,099 ft
Pope Field
POB — Longest runway: 7,501 ft
Lake Country Regional Airport
KW63 — Longest runway: 4,007 ft
Simmons Army Air Field
FBG — Longest runway: 4,121 ft
Danville Regional Airport
DAN — Longest runway: 5,900 ft
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base
GSB — Longest runway: 11,760 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- RDU
- ICAO Code
- KRDU
- Elevation
- 435 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 10,000 ft
- Location
- Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina